Unemployment - Helpful Links
Government Websites
- Bureau of Labor Statistics - A number of BLS programs provide information and statistics about joblessness.
- Career One Stop - Find links to state services, employment training, government and private sector resources, and unemployment benefits. Career One Stop is sponsored by the U. S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration.
- Indiana Department of Workforce Development- Manages and implements innovative employment programs for Hoosiers, unemployment insurance systems, and facilitates regional economic growth initiatives for Indiana. Includes a link to:
Frequently Asked Questions about the Newly Required In-Person Work Search Review
Due to a recent change in federal law, if you are moving from regular state benefits to the federally funded extended benefits, you must visit your local WorkOne for a review of your work search records.
What do I have to bring with me to my in-person WorkOne visit?
You must bring a copy of your 3 weekly work searches for the last 4 weeks. When you file your weekly voucher on Uplink, you may print the 3 places you looked for work and use that as your record. A sample work search log is also located on the back of your notice and online at www.in.gov/dwd/files/DWD_WorkSearchLog.pdf.
You must also complete the following items prior to your visit: - Complete Skills Assessments:
Login on www.indianacareerconnect.com
Click on "Career Services"
Click on "Career Explorer"
Click on "Match Your Skills" - Research and Explore Labor Market Information:
Login on www.indianacareerconnect.com.
Click on "Career Services" - Click on "Job Market Explorer" and review some of the options.
You can read the entire FAQ file here.
- United States Department of Labor- Provides unemployment benefits to eligible workers who become unemployed through no fault of their own, and meet certain other eligibility requirements.
